A patient with Hodgkin's disease has cervical lymph node enlargement.Which symptom should the nurse attend to first?

Name: A patient with Hodgkin's disease has cervical lymph node enlargement.Which symptom should the nurse attend to first?
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Stridor indicates airway involvement due to enlarged lymph nodes.Airway is always a priority,as airway compromise is life-threatening.A.B.D.Fever,fatigue,and pain are important but should be addressed only once the airway is open.

A Patient with Hodgkin's Disease Has Cervical Lymph Node Enlargement